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Little Loves Learning Academy
- licensed capacity
- 103
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $133
- year first permitted
- 2021
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About
About Little Loves Learning Academy
Little Loves Learning Academy is a licensed child care center in Temple, Texas. The state has permitted it since September 1, 2021, for up to 103 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 33 visits in the last 3 years and cited 16 rules across 11 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 103 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 103 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Little Loves Learning Academy has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Bell County has a median price of $133 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).
Ask the daycare for its ratesIt has not listed its tuition. The county medians below are a starting point.
Infant
Center$133
Home daycare$121
Toddler
Center$126
Home daycare$116
Preschool
Center$123
Home daycare$115
School age
Center$117
Home daycare$110
State record
Inspection reports for Little Loves Learning Academy
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 103 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2021
- License number
- #1718262
Summary
33 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 18, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 13 of 33 visits · 16 rules in all · 16 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 6
- Discipline and child guidance 4
- Records and paperwork 3
- Safe sleep 1
- Supervision and ratios 1
- Staff training and qualifications 1
For comparison: 78% of Texas daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 3.
A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
The state lists conditions on this permit.
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- Sep 18, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Sep 10, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
746.2428 - No Swaddling of Infant Unless Completed Sleep Exception Form on File
“During inspection a child was swaddle while sleeping.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 18, 2026
- Sep 8, 2026VisitNo rules cited
- Sep 1, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 15, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 8, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- May 29, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- May 6, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 30, 2026VisitNo rules cited
- Apr 24, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Show 35 earlier visits
Apr 23, 2026Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.2207(a) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two
“During the investigation the operation was found to be deficient with this Minimum Standard. Interviews conducted during the investigation confirmed children under the age of two years of age were being shown videos of [name] and Jack Hartmann which constitutes screen time prohibited for that group age.”
The state verified the correction on May 29, 2026
Apr 23, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
746.2207(a) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two
“During the investigation the operation was found to be deficient with this Minimum Standard. Interviews conducted during the investigation confirmed children under the age of two years of age were being shown videos of [name] and Jack Hartmann which constitutes screen time prohibited for that group age.”
The state verified the correction on May 29, 2026
Apr 22, 2026Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.305(a)(2) - AP Report Child Injury Requiring Medical Treatment by a Health-Care Professional or Hospitalization
“Caregivers were aware of that a child had recieved medicatal attention to remove a rock from the child's nose and did not report the injury to licensing. I spoke with the staff about making reports and how to make reports. An administrative penalty will be recommended as a result of this citation, per HRC ?42.078.”
Corrected during the visit
Apr 1, 2026Visit1 rule cited
746.707 - Incident/Illness Report Form Shared with Parent
“The operation did not provide the parent with a copy of the incident report.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 1, 2026
- Mar 11, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 24, 2026Visit2 rules cited
746.305(a)(6) - Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
“The operation learned of an incident that occurred rendering it unsafe and did not report to regulations or the abuse hotline.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 11, 2026
746.1205(a)(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for
“A caregiver did not conduct a name to face identification to ensure all children in care were accounted for, prior to re-entering the building”
The state verified the correction on Mar 11, 2026
Feb 24, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
746.305(a)(6) - Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
“The operation learned of an incident that occurred rendering it unsafe and did not report to regulations or the abuse hotline.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 11, 2026
746.1205(a)(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for
“A caregiver did not conduct a name to face identification to ensure all children in care were accounted for, prior to re-entering the building”
The state verified the correction on Mar 11, 2026
Feb 18, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
746.2207(a) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two
“Screen time activities was accessible to children under the age of two years old. This was corrected when the caregiver turned the television off.”
Corrected during the visit
746.605(11) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Medical Authorization
“Three files were observed and did not have the medical authorization sections filled out.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 24, 2026
- Feb 11, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 6, 2026Complaint investigation4 rules cited
746.605(15) - Required Admission Information-Child's allergies and Completed Food Allergy Plan
“During a DFPS Investigation, it was found that the operation had not received an emergency allergy plan from the parent for a child with stated allergies.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 11, 2026
746.305(a)(3) - AP Report a Child In Care Showing Signs and Symptoms of Illness Requiring Hospitalization
“During a DFPS Investigation, it was found that the operation did not notify Childcare Regulations that a child in care was hospitalized after having an allergic reaction.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 11, 2026
746.1109(a)(1) - Caregiver Qualification Age Exemption with HS Diploma/GED- Not in Charge of Group
“During a DFPS investigation it was found a group of children were left in the care of a staff member that is a minor.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 11, 2026
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
“During a DFPS investigation it was found that staff failed to review the groceries ordered online upon their delivery to ensure the items were correct to what was ordered, this resulted in peanut butter crackers being served to a child that is known to have a peanut allergy, causing an allergic reaction.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 11, 2026
- Sep 29, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Sep 18, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
746.2805(6) - Prohibited Punishments - Using Harsh, Abusive or Profane Language
“A caregiver was seen and heard yelling at a child on the playground.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 29, 2025
- Sep 16, 2025VisitNo rules cited
Apr 15, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
746.2405(4) - Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment - Hand-washing Sink
“There was a sink in the infant room that did not have water in it. Sink was refilled during inspection. There was no sink in room 13 for anyone to wash their hands. Director has a protable sink that she will put into classroom.”
Corrected during the visit
- Mar 26, 2025VisitNo rules cited
- Jan 17, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 16, 2025Visit1 rule cited
746.303(b) - Report Number of Employees
“A review of the Employees Who Left Employment in 2024 data from January 16, 2025, revealed the center had not reported the number of employees who left employment in 2024 by January 15, 2025, as required.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 3, 2025
- Jan 15, 2025VisitNo rules cited
- Jun 17, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 17, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 11, 2024VisitNo rules cited
- Feb 26, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 16, 2024Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.501(a)(30) - Written Operational Policies - Support inclusive services
“The operation did not have a policy for supporting inclusive services for children with special care needs.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 18, 2024
- Sep 28, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 26, 2023VisitNo rules cited
- Sep 8, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 2, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- May 19, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- May 18, 2023VisitNo rules cited
- Jan 10, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Dec 30, 2022VisitNo rules cited
- Sep 20, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 1, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 30, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 23, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
746.3701(1) - Safety - Electrical Outlets Covered
“An electrical outlet in an infant classroom was exposed. A safety cover was immediately placed on the electrical outlet when addressed, bringing the facility into compliance.”
Corrected during the visit
746.4603(2) - Prohibited Equipment - Allows Children To Fall Inside Structure Onto Other Parts
“A type of equipment that children must not use was observed on the playground. The equipment was a type of jungle gym.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 30, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about Little Loves Learning Academy
Is Little Loves Learning Academy licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued September 1, 2021.
When was Little Loves Learning Academy last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on September 18, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 33 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Little Loves Learning Academy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 16 rules across 13 of 33 visits in the last 3 years; 16 show a correction in the state record. For comparison: 78% of Texas daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 3. A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
How many children can Little Loves Learning Academy care for?
103, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Little Loves Learning Academy accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Little Loves Learning Academy's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Little Loves Learning Academy cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (254) 314-2254 to ask.
What is Little Loves Learning Academy's phone number?
(254) 314-2254.
Where is Little Loves Learning Academy?
2114 Birdcreek Dr, Temple, TX 76502. The nearest other daycare we list is Grace Discovery Center, 0.6 miles away.